Overview
Lyon is France's second largest city and it offers a unique combination of dynamism and classical beauty. Lyon is the capital of France's renowned wine region, Rhône-Alpes, which is only an hour away by car. It has glaciers and warm river valleys, mountains and lakes, some of the most beautiful medieval villages, and the best skiing in the world. Lyon has always been at the intersection of the cultures of Europe and beyond, and its strong economy produces nearly every ingredient of France's famously high quality of life. It is an excellent place to live, study, immerse yourself in France, and travel in every direction.
Students attend regular university courses with French and international students at the Université Lumière Lyon 2 and the Institut d’Études Politiques de Lyon (IEP). All instruction is in French.
Most applicants have only two years of university-level French before departure, but on-site language study plus immersion in daily life in France accelerates your language acquisition and makes taking courses taught in French both feasible and rewarding.
Course Opportunities
You take regular university courses in this program. Most academic disciplines are available.
Use the following resources to learn about courses on EAP:
- EAP Program Search provides information on general areas of study.
- Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
- MyEAP Course Catalog lists courses previously taken by UC students. Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
Units
You will take a full-time course of study while abroad.
ILP: 3 to 7 UC quarter units are required
Term: 18 UC quarter units are required
Language of Instruction
French
Language Study
The program begins with a two-week French intensive language program (ILP). You are required to take a French academic writing course during the year.
Internships, Research, and Independent Study
Internships for academic credit and independent study may be possible in this program. Arrangements are generally made at the EAP Study Center after arrival.
Duration
Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.
Fall: mid/late August to mid/late December
Year: mid/late August to mid-June
You can extend your EAP participation from the fall to the year option if you qualify.
Housing
During the ILP, you will live in a residence. Thereafter, you have the choice of living in a private home, apartment, or studio with international, French, or other UC students.
On-site Support
EAP students are supported by UC's network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff in Lyon will help you integrate into the culture and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
See the EAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).
Host Institutions
University of Lyon
The University of Lyon (Le pôle Universitaire Lyonnais) consists of Lyon’s three universities and three of its grandes écoles. EAP courses are offered at the Université Lumière Lyon II, a 19th-century neoclassical university located on the banks of the Rhône in central Lyon; at the affiliated Institut d’Etudes Politiques (IEP), located in a beautiful building next to the Musée de la Résistance; and at the university’s modern satellite campus in the Lyon suburb of Bron, which is served directly by tram from the city center. Disciplines offered include anthropology, art history, classics, communication, dramatic arts, economics, French literature, geography, history, linguistics, music, political science, psychology, and sociology. IEP Lyon is one of the most respected institutes in France. Its international connections are extensive, and its programs in Politics and Administration, Politics and Communication, and Arab World Studies are renowned.
Visit the University of Lyon website
Estimated Cost
Participation in EAP is a great value! The cost of EAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to EAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will be based on the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
These expenses are estimated for 2009-10. Amounts will vary for 2010-11 participation due to proposed changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. For a more detailed breakdown of 2009-10 payment information, visit the
Participants Portal and select the appropriate program.
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
- Predeparture expenses (student visa, health clearance, etc.)
- Round-trip airfare
- UC fees
- Tuition at host institution
- Accident and medical insurance
- On-site orientation
- Intensive language program
- Room and board
- Program excursions and activities
- Books and other incidental expenses
- Local transportation
- Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript
Estimated EAP Costs*
| Option |
Cost |
| * Based on most recent costs for 2009-2010 to the nearest $100. |
| Fall |
$16,900 |
| Year |
$27,700 |
Application Requirements
Class Level
Junior, senior, graduate
Language Prerequisite
Two years of university-level French by the end of the last term prior to departure (or earlier if required by the Campus EAP Office). If at the time the program begins it will have been a year or more since you last took a course in French, it is recommended that you refresh your proficiency. See your Campus EAP Advisor for details.
GPA
2.85 cumulative GPA and 2.85 language GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.
Minimum Criteria
All applicants must also have:
- Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into
the student’s UC degree program
- Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully
to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and
exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
- A willingness to abide by program regulations
- An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all
campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)
These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection and final admission.
Deadlines
Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.
For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.
Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:
